Review Vacancy
AgencyEnvironmental Conservation, Department of
TitleMajor Environmental Conservation Police Officer
Occupational CategoryEnforcement or Protective Services
Bargaining UnitAPSU-Agency Police Services Unit (PBAofNYS)
Salary RangeFrom $112020 to $134142 Annually
Duties Description The Major of Investigations supervises the following units and functions: DLE’s Intelligence Unit and the Bureau of Environmental Crimes Investigation (BECI).
Responsibilities will include:
•Oversight of the Bureau of Environmental Crimes Investigation (BECI) and coordination of the Bureau’s functions and training statewide.
•Review and approval of Division search warrant applications and accompanying documents.
•Coordination of statewide enforcement initiatives including law enforcement, long-term, and criminal investigations.
•Oversight of the Environmental Forensic Unit (EFU)
•Compile, tabulate, and report Division annual statistics.
•Other projects and initiatives as assigned by the Director of the Division of Law Enforcement.
Minimum Qualifications Reassignment - Currently in the title and an employee of DEC
or
Reinstatement Eligible - Previously held the title on a permanent
competitive basis or held a title as indicated under the transfer
eligible section on a permanent competitive basis
or
Transfer Eligible - One year of permanent competitive service at
Salary Grade 23 or higher and eligible for transfer under Section
70.1 or 52.6.
Additional Comments Must have a valid driver’s license or demonstrate the ability to meet the transportation needs of the position.
Use of personal protection equipment, including a respirator, will be required.
Must be able to negotiate difficult terrain.
Must be able to work in adverse weather conditions.
Travel may be required.
Overnight travel may be required.
Weekends and holidays may be required.
Must be available for emergency response.
Must be available to respond to after-hours emergencies.
Must complete an annual Health and Safety Program including medical monitoring, fit testing, and 40 (or 8) hour OSHA HAZWOPER certification.
We offer a work-life balance and a generous benefits package, worth 65% of salary, including:
• Holiday & Paid Time Off
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)
• Pension from New York State Employees’ Retirement System
• Shift & Geographic pay differentials
• Affordable Health Care options
• Family dental and vision benefits at no additional cost
• NYS Deferred Compensation plan
• Access to NY 529 and NY ABLE College Savings Programs, and U.S. Savings Bonds
• And many more...
For new State employees appointed to graded positions, the annual salary is the hiring rate (beginning of the Salary Range) of the position. Promotion salaries are calculated by the NYS Office of the State Comptroller in accordance with NYS Civil Service Law, OSC Payroll rules and regulations and negotiated union contracts.
The Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) is committed to fostering a culture of diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility. Our work would not be possible without the diverse backgrounds, experiences, ideas, and abilities of our employees. DEC is committed to developing a workforce which represents the diverse population of New York State. DEC embraces a diverse and inclusive work environment by encouraging all individuals, including those with disabilities, to apply to open positions at the agency.
Please be advised, the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation does not use E-Verify, and we are unable to provide sponsorship for employment visa statuses (i.e. H-1B, Self-Sponsorship, STEM OPT).
Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.